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Mayor Furious About M25 Quarantine Plan
Government hadn't told him of strategy to seal off capital
Residents' Group Says Manhattan is Coming To Osterley
Presentation of Homebase/Tesco redevelopment plans described as a sham
'Unhelpful Misapprehensions' Over Brentford Dock Restrictions
Electronically-controlled gates reportedly to be installed to exclude public
Survey Says You Are A Brentfordian
Brentford Voice publishes responses given to their recent community survey
Griffin Park Curtain Call Sees Historic Win
Brentford clinch play-off final place with impressive performance
Weekly Update From Councillor Guy Lambert
Official secrets left on trains in St Petersburg and professors who can't spell
New Leader for Hounslow Borough Conservative Councillors
Gerald McGregor to take over from Joanna Biddolph
New Street Trading Licensing System Now in Place
Council says teething problems with Fast Track application have been resolved
Chestnut Avenue Traffic Restriction Set To Begin
Right turns into Clayponds Avenue to be banned
Drive-In Cinema Event Planned for Gunnersbury Park
Luna Cinema proposing 200-car capacity screenings in August and September
Retrial for Boston Manor Man Accused of Attempted Murder
Jury fails to reach verdict on Mark Brazant who stabbed woman in face
Earlier Lockdown Would Have Cut Bus Driver Death Toll
Twenty nine drivers died of Covid-19 according to independent report
Volunteers Sought for Business Support Helpline
Needed to answer Covid-19 related queries from local firms
Online Booking System Introduced for Recycling Centre
You will need to reserve a slot to use the tip at Space Waye
Local Area To Participate in E-Scooter Trials
Hounslow borough to allow rental use for a year
No Immediate Reopening for Local Leisure Centres
Phased return may mean no swimming pools until September at the earliest
Mixed Reaction to Isleworth Access Restrictions
Cameras to issue fines on Amhurst Gardens,Teesdale Avenue and Teesdale Gardens
Ruth Cadbury Publishes Results of School Survey
Opinion divided on whether or not children should be returning
Local Families Urged Not To Miss Out on Free Child Care
Early education places available with nurseries, pre-school and childminders
Armed Police Carry Out Arrest on Clayponds Estate
No shots fired and explosion heard by residents was 'distraction bang'
Over 100 Facemask Fines Issued on Public Transport
Penalty charge notices only given out as last resort
Green Dragon Lane Access Restrictions Set To Begin
Council publishes traffic order which will allow them to start enforcement
Huge Financial Boost for Isleworth and Syon School
£725,000 bid won to improve drama, music and dining facilities
Months of Plane Noise Misery Ahead for Brentford
Heathrow to close southern runway for repairs
Co-op Seeks Local Hero in Ealing and Brentford
Retailer recruiting a Member Pioneer Co-ordinator to work in the area
Local Student Wins Part in New Series of The Crown
Norleen Tabana's knowledge of Xhosa provides her big break
Huge 5G Mast Proposed for Boston Manor Playing Fields
Monopole would be three times the height of nearby trees
Parking in Brentford Reduced Due To Extended Bus Lane Operation
Bays on the High Street no longer available during the day
Brentford Man Arrested After Criminals' Messaging System Hacked
Police say anti-organised crime operation largest ever
Parking Space Squeeze Feared Due to Orchard Road Housing Plan
Council want to build over car park used by residents
Council Say Pub Reopening Weekend Incident Free
Not a single report of any trouble made to the police in the borough
Three Potholed Local Roads To Be Resurfaced
Nominated by residents as part of the borough's Pothole Pledge scheme
ANPR Cameras To Be Used in Gunnersbury Park Car Park
Private company to receive revenue from fines
Three St Lawrence's Church Site Applications Submitted
Ballymore now want to use building as restaurant or creative space rather than a gym
Bowls in Gunnersbury Park Deemed To Too Dangerous
Estate management refuse permission for club to use green
Mixed Reaction to Proposed Closure of Brentford Road
Occupation Lane to be shut to all traffic early next month
Solicitor at Brentford Law Firm Struck Off
Eilish Adams used clients' money to buy herself jewellery
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Birdie's Kitchen At Syon Park Now Open
Come and enjoy a selection of empanadas, salads and freshly made cakes
Watermans Confirms Reopening Date
Cinema, gallery and Guru Tandoori to return in August
London Museum of Water & Steam Reopening to Public
Free access to be given to outdoor spaces
Forthcoming Roadworks in Brentford
Traffic delays likely in the local area due to lane and road closures
Virtual Exhibition Begins at Redlees Art Studios
An exciting mix of paintings, ceramics, jewellery, photography, cards and textiles
Upcoming Disruption on Public Transport
Tubes and trains affected by engineering works
Tom Kerridge Planning Syon Park Drive and Dine Event
Watch a blockbuster film with gourmet cuisine from your car
Gunnersbury Park Reopens Public Car Park
Plans announced for playground to reopen next month
Secret Cinema Reportedly Abandon Gunnersbury Park Plan
Friends group tell members that event not going ahead
Brentford Woman Organises Charity Raffle for the NHS
Tickets are just £1 with a host of great prizes donated by local businesses
Kew Gardens Confirm Plans to Reopen
A limited number of visitors will be allowed from the beginning of June
One-to-one Adult Cycle Training Returning
Bikeworks offering free one to one sessions at a location convenient to you
Russell Grant Keeping the Middlesex Flag Flying
Keen supporter of county heritage happy to see it have special day
Brentford Together Events Now Online
Community Workshops now being run through Zoom and Facebook
Enjoy Theatre Productions Online During Lockdown
Richmond's Orange Tree among venues offering free home screenings
Lovebox 2020 Announces Cancellation
Gunnersbury Park pop festival latest event to be called off due to pandemic
Osterley 10k Race Rescheduled
Local running community adapting to current difficult situation
Brentford Voice Cancel Canal Festival
Due to Coronavirus festival will have to wait a year
Gunnersbury Park Museum Closes and parkrun Suspended
The park itself and the cafe remain open for visitors
Celebrations and Commemorations Postponed
40th West London Local History Conference to be delayed due to Corona Virus
Closure of Friendship Group 'a Loss' For the Elderly
However community response to calls for aid for vulnerable has been huge
Live Travel Updates for Brentford
Incidents on local roads and public transport
Events in Brentford
What's on when and where in the local area
Lifestyle
West London Kitchens Are Open And Available
Plan your new kitchen design now ready for delivery in September
The Italian Plumber's Tip Of The Month
Got a garden? Get a tap
Turning Fitness On Its Head
Too busy to exercise? Don't like gyms? Then fit20 could be the solution for you…
Quality In An Age of Change
At Hammond's Butchers and Deli
Highly Rated Pizzeria Opens in Brentford Car Showroom
Santa Maria now taking orders on Catherine Wheel Road
Brentford Pub's Virtual Happy Hours Gain International Notice
Magpie and Crown streaming quizzes to brighten up lockdown
Funding Boost for Mulberry Centre
Ruth Cadbury MP welcomes the award from the People's Postcode Lottery
Property
Thorgills Turns its Energy to Helping the Local Community
Brentford High Street estate agency staying busy despite temporary closure of business
'Refreshingly Positive' Mood for Brentford Property
Agents report quick pick up in activity after lockdown eased
Plan Submitted for Royal Mail Sorting Office
Application for three blocks of flats up to 7 storeys with some commercial provision
Further Details of Plans for Homebase and Tesco Sites Revealed
Over 2,000 homes near Gillette Corner 'biggest development in area for years'
Second Highest Price Ever Paid for House in Brentford
Bright spot in property market that ended 2019 with a whimper
Mercury House Expansion is Approved
Local Greens disappointed as decision 'ignores climate change impact of boilers'
'The Problem With Brentford is Nobody Wants To Leave'
Estate agents react to dire figures for property market sales
Capital Interchange Way Project Gets Green Light
Three towers up to 16 storeys high to be built opposite Citroen garage
GLA Renews Concerns Over 'Fourth Mile' Scheme At B&Q Site
roject of 258 flats and hotel 'does not yet comply' with London Plan
Syon Park Seek a New Road
Claim that Church Street closure has had significant effect on journey times for customers
Community
Isleworth Couple Face the Challenge of Alzheimer's During Lockdown
Council want to boost number of Dementia Champions in the borough
Gunnersbury Park Launches Fundraising Appeal After Fire
Destruction of café leaves estate short of a quarter of a million pounds
OWGRA's PPE Production Reaches Industrial Scale
Local residents' group needs more funds to maintain supply to NHS
Where Should the Brentford Fountain Be?
Brentford Voice collate the views of the local community
Over Seven Years to Rebuild Brentford's High Street
Initial demolition to be complete by end of the year
Fix My Brentford Street
Report problems such as potholes and uncollected rubbish in your local area